Mechanical Workshop Assistant with Forklift HRWL

WorkPac; Cockburn; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac is recruiting a Mechanical Trade Assistant for a Jandakot-based workshop. The role involves assisting tradespeople, using hand and power tools, assembling and disassembling equipment, and helping with crane operations, all while upholding safety standards.

Applicants should have mechanical workshop or industrial experience, HRWL forklift license, a valid driver's licence and reliable transport, and flexibility to work morning or afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical workshop, mining, manufacturing or industrial experience.
• Experience using a range of hand and power tools.
• HRWL forklift operation is essential.
• Current driver’s licence with reliable transport.
• Flexibility to work morning and afternoon shifts.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Dogging/Rigging High Risk Work Licence is advantageous.
• Previous Trade Assistant or mechanical workshop experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople with general mechanical workshop tasks.
• Use hand and power tools, including rattle guns and tape measures.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment and machinery.
• Operate overhead cranes and assist with lifting and material handling.
• Move, handle and prepare materials and tools for workshop operations.
• Support workshop production, maintenance and general operational requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe workshop environment.
• Follow health and safety procedures and requirements.
• Work collaboratively with tradespeople and other workshop personnel.

Skills

Experience with hand tools

Experience with power tools

Safety oriented

HRWL forklift

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

WorkPac is recruiting a Mechanical Trade Assistant for a Jandakot-based workshop. The role involves assisting tradespeople, using hand and power tools, assembling and disassembling equipment, and helping with crane operations, all while upholding safety standards.

Applicants should have mechanical workshop or industrial experience, HRWL forklift license, a valid driver's licence and reliable transport, and flexibility to work morning or afternoon shifts.